Hamburger (Single Patty with Condiments and Vegetables) (1 Sandwich) and Potato French Fries (1 Cup)

Skip the bun or use a lettuce wrap for the hamburger; choose a single patty with non-sugary condiments such as mustard, mayonnaise, pickles, lettuce, tomato, and onion.

Replace French fries with a side salad containing leafy greens, cucumber, tomato, and a vinegar-based dressing without added sugar.

If you keep fries, order a small portion, eat them slowly, and avoid sugary sauces such as ketchup or barbecue sauce.

Start the meal with a salad or non-starchy vegetables, then eat the burger before any fries to slow carbohydrate absorption.

Add a side of beans, lentils, or chickpeas instead of fries when available; keep portions moderate.

Take a 10–20 minute easy walk after eating, if medically appropriate, to help reduce the post-meal rise.